Tony and Libba Rane Culinary Science Center

The Culinary Science undergraduate degree option blends the art, science and business of food to prepare graduates for a wide array of employment in commercial and non-commercial food production.

Combining hospitality business management, technical culinary skills and a comprehensive scientific understanding of culinary arts, the Culinary Science degree option offers students the knowledge and skills required to succeed as entrepreneurs, managers and leaders in the global food industry.

The curriculum emphasizes local and sustainable food systems while also exposing students to national and global food systems, as well as culinary history, culture and trends.

Graduates can pursue a wide variety of career possibilities ranging from traditional foodservice employment such as executive chef or food and beverage manager, to more contemporary opportunities such as research and development chef and beyond.

With this unique educational opportunity, Auburn Culinary Science graduates enter the workforce equipped with a firm understanding of the science behind producing exceptional food and beverage experiences.

For more information contact CHS Academic Affairs 334.844.4790

Culinary Science graduates pursue careers such as:

‣ Food Production Manager
‣ Food and Beverage Manager
‣ Food and Beverage Consultant-Food Technologist
‣ Restaurateur
‣ Food Arts Specialist
‣ Culinarian
‣ Chef

Culinary Science students may intern or seek employment at organizations such as:

‣ Vintage Hospitality Group
‣ Pappas Restaurants
‣ Ford Fry Restaurants
‣ Sea Island Resort
‣ Marriott Voyager Leadership Development Program
‣ SpringHouse Restaurant
‣ Kiawah Island Golf Resort